Chicken Soup for the Soul's Being Dad
Season 1
2018 • 8 Episodes
Nine dads around America with different family structures, backgrounds and jobs navigate the joys and challenges of fatherhood.
Episodes
1. Episode 1
August 27, 2018
Touring musician Eddie wants to stay close to his kids. Voiceover artist Spike anticipates his firstborn. Farmer Patrick takes his children to work.
2. Episode 2
September 3, 2018
Eddie and Jessika go on the road with the family. Patrick worries about his daughter's upcoming driving test. Evan reflects on being a gay parent.
3. Episode 3
September 10, 2018
Eddie and the family acclimatize to tour life. Patrick tries to instill confidence in his son. Spike gets physically prepared for his baby.
4. Episode 4
September 17, 2018
Evan talks to Gabriel about having gay parents. Stay-at-home dad Steve deals with enduring effects of trauma. Terry looks back on saving his daughter.
5. Episode 5
September 24, 2018
Terry supports Elizabeth’s photography hobby. Single dad Kristian juggles parenthood, work and dating. Steve and his family start a healthy lifestyle.
6. Episode 6
October 1, 2018
Barry describes life with an autistic teen. Kristian discusses empathy with Olivia and goes on a date. Dad of three Leo anticipates grandparenthood.
7. Episode 7
October 8, 2018
Eddie’s family waits to welcome him home after a long tour. Barry and Lulu discuss acting and overcoming shyness. Leo celebrates Kylo's arrival.
8. Episode 8
October 15, 2018
Spike and Kim tackle life with a newborn. Leo deals with some tough conversations. Eddie’s family plans home renovations.